The burdens that need to be overcome to attain a full service fully equipped fire department in the tourist zone is politics, self interest groups, and lack of money.
The present working pumper, Carl Eggiman's donation, was facilitated through the Punta Cana - Bavaro Rotary International Club of which he is a member and the work of former Canadian Ambassador, Todd Kuiack. Carl also donated firefighter turn out gear, jaws of life, air tanks, and radio equipment for the locals. His humanitarian work has expanded to Ontarios Firefighters Without Borders organization. He is closely working with Veron's Fire Dept Colonel Alvarez, national authorities, and the FWB organization to acquire more equipment, to include fire trucks for the DR.
Regards,
PJT